CVE-2025-69164: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Skyward
CVE-2025-69164 is a high-severity vulnerability in ThemeREX Skyward versions up to and including 1.10. It allows unauthenticated attackers to perform Local File Inclusion due to improper control of filenames in include/require statements in PHP. This can lead to full confidentiality, integrity, and availability compromise of the affected system.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CWE-98) in ThemeREX Skyward (<=1.10) involves improper control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements, enabling unauthenticated local file inclusion. An attacker can exploit this flaw to include arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to remote code execution or disclosure of sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation level is currently documented, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to include local files on the server, which can lead to disclosure of sensitive data, remote code execution, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to vulnerable installations and consider disabling or restricting PHP include/require functionality if feasible. Monitor for vendor updates regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2025-69164: CWE-98 Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') in ThemeREX Skyward
Description
CVE-2025-69164 is a high-severity vulnerability in ThemeREX Skyward versions up to and including 1.10. It allows unauthenticated attackers to perform Local File Inclusion due to improper control of filenames in include/require statements in PHP. This can lead to full confidentiality, integrity, and availability compromise of the affected system.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.1high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-98) in ThemeREX Skyward (<=1.10) involves improper control of filenames used in PHP include or require statements, enabling unauthenticated local file inclusion. An attacker can exploit this flaw to include arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to remote code execution or disclosure of sensitive information. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 8.1, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation level is currently documented, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to include local files on the server, which can lead to disclosure of sensitive data, remote code execution, and full system compromise. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to vulnerable installations and consider disabling or restricting PHP include/require functionality if feasible. Monitor for vendor updates regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-12-29T11:19:59.291Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a32a8960b89be688863581f
Added to database: 06/17/2026, 14:00:54 UTC
Last enriched: 06/24/2026, 16:35:52 UTC
Last updated: 08/01/2026, 07:17:58 UTC
Views: 47
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